"Since the beginning of the rectification of the imperial court's regulations, the rules need to be re-established. Although I have been in the dormitory in the past few years and have a certain understanding of the court's ethos, I did not expect that the situation is so serious. I am delayed in doing things and lax in my administration. This style must be strict. Rectification! The late emperor was too lenient in his administration and was too lenient with his ministers. It has not been updated for more than ten years. How can the whole court not be lazy!" Yelvxian looked at Han Derang and said seriously, with a strong tone in his tone.
Seeing Yelu Xian's resolute look, Han Derang smiled calmly and responded: "Your Majesty, I have been studying literature and politics in recent years, and I have also been paying attention to the governance of the Southern Dynasties. I discovered that during the twenty-three years of Emperor Han's reign, every three or five years In the year, there will be a rectification of the court and local areas, either to clean up the political style, to control corruption, or to improve the system.
In the process of implementing the system and governing the people, if any problems arise, they can be promptly
In the past twenty years, the Southern Dynasty has also continued to develop amidst continuous adjustments and changes. It still maintains a clear and clear political environment. Its national power continues to rise and it is so coercive that Daliao does not dare to compete with it rashly.
The power and prestige of the Han Emperor also continued to increase in this process..."
Mentioning this, Yelvxian was obviously very interested and said: "I also know and have observed that when I heard about the rule of the Southern Dynasties, I felt both admiration and fear in my heart! The Han Emperor was really a difficult opponent. Since he became famous, Daliao has suffered many setbacks! Without this person, perhaps Daliao would have taken control of the Central Plains and even unified the world today!"
The tone is full of emotion. Looking back on history, there is always infinite regret, and it is inevitable to make some assumptions about what it would have been like before. From the standpoint of the Liao Kingdom, the only key figure who changed the situation between the north and the south and established the current pattern of China was Emperor Liu.
Of course, history has already experienced a turning point and embarked on such a new path, which was bleak for the Liao and brilliant for the Han. What the Liao monarchs and ministers did not understand was that even without Emperor Liu, Liao's entry into the Central Plains was just a delusion. Even in its heyday, it would have been difficult to succeed in the face of the "weak Song Dynasty".
"China is a country with a long history and outstanding people. Whenever there is a crisis, a hero will always be born, and heroes will rise up to turn the tide!" Yelvxian sighed again: "I have never heard of the name of the Han Emperor? Han Qing is knowledgeable and knows well. Do you know the situation in the Southern Dynasties?"
Facing Yelvxian's curious gaze, Handerang said with a smile: "The original name of the Han Emperor was Chengyou, with the courtesy name Yuanji. After he ascended the throne, his royal name was changed to Hao!"
"Han Qing is indeed knowledgeable and knowledgeable!" As he said that, Yelvxian's eyes showed a little yearning and said: "If Daliao wants to enter the Central Plains and dominate the world, it must carry out thorough reforms and actively integrate!"
Yelvxian glanced at Handerang, revealing his political philosophy once again. Of course, this is a conclusion reached after in-depth research and careful consideration.
Before Yelu Deguang established the Liao Dynasty and during the thirty years when the Khitans also rose to prominence, it was difficult to make a breakthrough when the Central Plains was in chaos. Before Li Cunxu destroyed the Liang Dynasty, Li Cunxu even used a small corner of the country to fight back and forcefully defeated Yelu. Abaoji's ambition to go south.
Yelu Abaoji was forced to turn his troops to the front and attack the Bohai Kingdom. Even if the annexation of the Bohai Kingdom was a strategic progress and improvement for the Liao Kingdom, how could it have happened if it had not suffered losses in the south? decision making. The so-called prosperous country of Haidong can still be compared with the vast and fertile Central Plains.
Even if Yelv Deguang destroyed the Jin, it would be after several conquests, exhausting the national power, or problems would arise in the later Jin itself, and there was a prerequisite for Shi Jingtang to cede Youyun.
Therefore, when Yelvxian first came to the throne, he showed his ambition to reform and enterprising, avenge his humiliation, and go south to the Central Plains. Han Derang could only express his appreciation and emotion, and would also try his best to assist and make suggestions.
However, Han Derang's thoughts are definitely not optimistic. If you want to occupy China and compete in the Central Plains, it is far from enough to do well on your own and be strong enough. The most important thing is to give opportunities to the south.
But it is obvious that given the current situation of the Han Empire in the Southern Dynasties, it is basically delusional for the Liao Kingdom to pursue it. Even under the consistent strong posture of the Han Dynasty in recent years, it is very difficult to be able to defend the country and protect the foundation of the Liao Dynasty. It’s rare.
Han Derang did not express this point, so as not to ruin Yelvxian's popularity. This young emperor had the determination to change and the ambition to make progress, which was beneficial to the development of the Liao Kingdom.
As it is said, Daliao has gradually declined in recent years!
Looking at Yelu Xian, Han Derang thought for a while, then raised his hand and said: "Your Majesty has the ambition to refresh the government, and I admire you very much. However, I think that your Majesty is at the beginning of the emperor's reign, and he has been in Beijing for the first time, and the country is not at peace, so it is not appropriate to worry about it. In the end, The most important thing is that the Han Dynasty in the Southern Dynasty has to be on strict vigilance and increase its vigilance. If the external affairs are uneasy, the internal affairs will be uneasy!"
After Han Derang finished speaking, Yelvxian frowned immediately, his expression became very serious, and he asked in a solemn voice: "Han Qing thinks that the Southern Dynasty will take action?"
Han Derang shook his head slightly and said in a deep voice: "I dare not make a conclusion, but I have to guard against it! I have observed the moves of the Southern Dynasty since the founding of the Bao Year, marching westward and southward, and expanding continuously. Therefore, in the old land of Tang Dynasty, the rest are all ministers of the Liao Dynasty. Well, with the ambition and ambition of the Han emperor, how could he just sit back and watch.
At present, among the four territories of the Southern Dynasties, only the Liao and the Han had conflicts. Only the Liao could pose a threat to them. How could the Han emperor tolerate it given his headstrong and strong character?
Although the political affairs in Daliao were weak before, the country was still peaceful and the Han did not dare to move. Today, the late emperor is being killed, and His Majesty is on the throne. The old and the new are alternating. This is a good opportunity to mobilize troops. Based on the Han Emperor's grasp of the opportunity in the past, he may not be tempted to think of the Northern Expedition!
Moreover, with the power of the Han Emperor in the Southern Dynasties, if he was determined, no one in the Southern Dynasties could stop him! "
Hearing what Han Derang said, Yelvxian's back straightened up subconsciously, his face gradually became serious, and he murmured: "We have to be cautious about this matter. After the late emperor met with the Han Emperor last year, he bluntly said that the Southern Dynasty had plots against me. The late emperor Although he did not report the funeral news, he took the initiative to send Wang Zhaoyuan to pay homage. The former emperor's uncle also reported that he went to Beijing and the Southern Dynasties to carry out espionage activities rampantly and frequently spied on..."
"I heard that the Emperor of Han is still on his way to patrol the west. Even if he wants to, how can he launch it in a short time? It is said that he has always planned before taking action. Whenever there is a war, he is always well prepared! As long as I and Daliao are given a certain amount of time... ..."
Before Yelvxian could finish speaking, he saw someone hurriedly appear and barge into the palace, almost ignoring the guards' attempts to stop him. The person who came was none other than Gao Xun, the newly appointed envoy to the Southern Privy Council. Seeing his appearance, Yelvxian couldn't help but frown.
Gao Xun came from a good family background. His father had a high status in the Central Plains, and he himself was both civil and military. He had been in the Liao for more than 20 years and was highly regarded and made a lot of achievements in the Liao Kingdom.
However, high talents often lead to arrogance, and Gao Xun was like this: he was forceful and rude in his dealings with others. This time, he was still not satisfied with being promoted due to his support, and his attitude was a little rude when facing himself.
Gao Xun did not care about Yelvxian's expression, but directly reported: "Your Majesty, the Southern and Northern Expeditions have begun!"
"What!" Yelvxian and Han Derang changed their expressions at the same time.
"Previously, border states came to report that there was something unusual going on in the north of the Southern Dynasty, so I ordered more detectives. Just then, I received the urgent report, and the Han Emperor officially issued an edict for the Northern Expedition!" Gao Xun reported.
Taking a deep breath, Yelvxian tried to stabilize his mind: "How many people are there? How is the progress?"
"Half a million infantry and cavalry, advancing in four groups. The Southern Dynasty has obviously been prepared for it. If it doesn't move, it will be over. If it moves, it will be thunderous. The Han army's troops and horses may have been mobilized as early as half a month ago..."
For a moment, Yelvxian didn't even listen to what Gao Xun said. The message "Half a million dollars on foot" flashed in his mind repeatedly. Even though the city is not shallow, his expression is a little unbearable at this time, his face is obviously pale, and the thing hidden under his sleeves is shaking involuntarily...
On the side, Handerang lost his calm and measured expression at this time. He really did whatever he said, and it came so suddenly and so suffocatingly.
"Your Majesty!" Han Derang whispered after noticing Yelvxian's strange behavior.
After coming back to his senses, Yelvxian trembled, looked at Handerang and Gao Xun, showed a pale smile, and said: "The Emperor of the Han Dynasty really has my heart. He passed the imperial edict and discussed matters in the main hall..."
